esxcli software vib list | grep -i hpe
Before initiating the upgrade, use the vSphere CLI or PowerCLI to back up your current ESXi host configuration ( Get-VMHostFirmware -VMHost -BackupConfiguration ).
Before you begin the download process, it's crucial to understand why the HPE Customized Image is the right choice for your environment. The is a generic, one-size-fits-all product. In contrast, the HPE Customized ISO is a deeply integrated solution, purpose-built for HPE ProLiant, Synergy, and Alletra servers.
Verify your HPE ProLiant server generation (e.g., Gen9, Gen10, Gen10 Plus, or Gen11). ESXi 7.0 Update 3 dropped support for older processor architectures found in Gen8 and earlier systems. Step-by-Step Download Instructions vmware esxi 7.0 update 3 hpe customized iso image download
A successful installation will show a list of installed VIBs, such as hpe-ams , hpe-smartarray , ilo , and ssacli2 .
Navigate to to verify that power supplies, fans, and temperatures are reporting accurately.
Once downloaded:
Once you have successfully downloaded the ISO image, follow these deployment steps to ensure a flawless installation: 1. Verify the File Integrity
Validated by HPE to ensure hardware stability and reliability.
Which option do you want?
Standard vanilla ISOs often fail to detect specialized HPE hardware during boot. The customized image includes validated drivers for:
Keep the partition scheme as or GPT depending on whether your ProLiant server is configured for Legacy BIOS or UEFI mode (UEFI is highly recommended for Gen10/Gen10 Plus). Click Start to burn the image.
Example checksum command (Linux/macOS):
Click on the tab. Standard VMware images are hosted on the primary tab, while OEM-specific images reside under the custom section.
Select and browse to your downloaded HPE ESXi 7.0 U3 ISO.